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- Why choose the genuine HP 312A toner cartridge
- 312A or 312X: which capacity?
- Printers compatible with the CF380A
- Page yield
- Installation and maintenance
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Related products
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 312A toner cartridge
The CF380A is the standard black cartridge of the HP 312 series. All-in-one cartridge: toner, imaging drum and developer are replaced together, so print quality is like new at every change, with no separate drum to replace. Genuine HP toner powder matched to the fuser and paper of these printers: sharp text, even solids, no "cartridge not recognized" message.
312A or 312X: which capacity?
The CF380A (2,280 pages) suits occasional or moderate use. From about a hundred pages a month, the CF380X (4,400 pages) costs less per page and is replaced less often; both fit the same printers. The CF380XD pack (2 cartridges) lowers the unit cost further.
Printers compatible with the CF380A
The CF380A is compatible with: HP 312A Toner Cartridge works with:.
Check the exact reference of your printer (label at the back or Information menu); suffixes (dn, dw, fdw, n) are variants of the same series and use the same consumables.
Page yield
2,280 pages per ISO/IEC 19752 (5% coverage, letter-type documents). Graphics or photo-heavy pages reduce the actual yield. The cost per page shown next to the price is calculated from the current price and this yield.
Installation and maintenance
Tool-free replacement: open the cover, remove the used cartridge, take the new one out of its bag, rock it gently to distribute the toner, pull the protective tab if present, then insert until it clicks. The printer recognizes the cartridge and resets the counter. Used HP cartridges are returned free of charge through HP Planet Partners.
Use and tips
The CF380A suits regular office use: the cartridge (2,280 pages) lasts about 8 months at 300 pages per month and about 2 months at 1,000 pages per month. Beyond that, the CF380X (4,400 pages) costs less per page.
Store the cartridge in its packaging, flat, away from light and humidity, and unpack it only when installing. At the "Low" alert, order: the printer keeps printing until "Very low" then "Replace". The driver's EconoMode extends life for drafts. Genuine cartridges preserve the printer's HP warranty.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | CF380A |
|---|---|
| HP number | 312A |
| EAN code | 887111367747 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Color | black |
| Capacity | Standard |
| Page yield | 2,280 pages (ISO/IEC 19752) |
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
| Origin | Japan |
| Compatible printers | see above |
Related products
Frequently asked questions
Is the CF380A compatible with my printer?
It fits the HP 312A Toner Cartridge works with: printers. If in doubt, send us the exact model and we confirm.
What is the difference between 312A and 312X?
Same cartridge, same printer: the 312X holds more toner (4,400 pages vs 2,280) and costs less per page.
Where can I find the safety data sheet and the manual?
On our HP support page: safety data sheet for the CF380A, drivers, manuals and FAQ for your printer, by country.